What do I need to put v1 nismo bumper on base car?

Botaine

I am considering putting a V1 nismo bumper like the one pictured here on the front of my 2011 base trim 370z. But first I need to know if it will fit and if I will need any other parts to go with it, like this and this. Are all the front bumper parts the same besides the actual bumper? What do I need exactly? Sorry if this has been asked before, I couldn't find it.

Other question: Will the v1 nismo bumper make any improvement over the 2011 base trim bumper at speeds of 70mph+ in terms of how aerodynamic the front of the car is? How significant do you think the difference is? Thanks.

NecioVato

I would think the bumper would just be 'plug and play' as far as replacing out your based bumper with the Nismo one. As for the search feature on this site - to say its bad is an understatement (just my .02) so when searching, go through google:

the370z.com: v1 nismo bumper replacement
From there this came up:
TjLaZer's Monterey Blue Z

Reddit has a v2 replacement and should provide some good info:
https://www.reddit.com/r/370z/commen..._want_to_swap/

Youtube:
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=gc4E-Rat-us
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=w_OyaBS6u04

well, good luck with your bumper replacement but Z1 also can provide info on other parts you'll need to get that 'OEM fitment' you are after etc

Botaine

Thanks for all of that. It turns out I will need another $1000 in parts so I'm starting to think it isn't worth the cost. Also after watching some of the videos, I don't think I could even get into my driveway with that bumper on. It's a lot lower than I thought.

cv129

Don’t think you will feel difference in terms of high speed aerodynamics, maybe if you are ultra sensitive. But since the Z itself isn’t already such a high strung sports car (like latest GT3RS), improvements in other parts like tires/spring & shocks/arms/bushings will easily overshadow any advantage the V1 Nismo bumper may provides, if any at all.

IMO: the V1 Nismo kit is very different than the flow of the regular Z, just putting front bumper without the also side skirt and rear bumper make the car look weird, a little bit like those FWD drag cars with a very wide front end and slim mid and rear. The way OEM side skirt curve just don’t go with the V1 Nismo front end.

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filip00

Agreed with the above^ . What's the actual motivation behind the bumper? Is it looks or performance? Because if it's the latter, then I'd advise you to definitely pursue other functional upgrades.

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Botaine

Mainly to reduce drag at high speed. It looked like the most aerodynamic front bumper but it probably doesn't make any noticeable difference. Certainly not enough difference for the cost. I was hoping it was simple and cheap but it's not. Thanks guys.

filip00

Reducing drag at high speed? Well, to reduce drag the most, you would have to:
1. lower your car as much as possible
2. make the undercarriage completely flat, i.e. cover everything you can with completely flat panels
3. use the touring/sport rear hatch spoiler, as it further reduces the factory drag coefficient from 0.30cd to 0.29cd.

But all of the above are really just percentage or two improvements....you're not going to be able to attain significantly higher top speed, nor improve mileage. You're better off putting thinner tyres that you'd pump super hard, in order to reduce rolling resistance, but that leaves you with a shitty ride and bad handling. If you're pursuing top speed, you'd rather get more hrsprs. If you want better fuel efficiency, maybe get a different car.

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